Ringtone
A ringtone is a short audio file that plays and then repeats itself when one user receives a call from another. Today, ringtones are highly customizable. They can be set to any song, melody, jingle, or sound clip. Many phones offer the option of setting a different ringtone for individual contacts, allowing you to know who is calling without viewing the screen. Below are common ringtone questions and answers.
Where can I download ringtones?
There are many web pages and services that allow users to download ringtones for their cell phones. If your carrier does not offer additional ringtones, you may perform an Internet search for "ringtones" to find download sites. An example of a site with several hundred free MP3, WAV, and MIDI (musical instrument digital interface) ringtones is Mobile9.com.
Are ringtones free?
There are some online sites and services that offer free ringtones. However, because of royalties, copyrights, and other reasons, some services charge users to download and use their ringtones. An example of a site with several hundred free MP3, WAV, and MIDI ringtones is Mobile9.com.
How do I transfer my ringtones from my computer to my cell phone?
Often, certain web pages can send you ringtones by calling a number and entering a code. However, this process usually costs additional money in addition to the data transmission.
You can also download the ringtones from a web page and connect your phone to your computer using a USB cable or Bluetooth. Once downloaded, the songs can be copied from your computer to your phone. For example, phones connected in Microsoft Windows are listed under My Computer.
What are the types of ringtones?
There are three types of ringtones available for cell phones and smartphones.
- Monophonic - A ringtone melody played with one note at a time. Usually, the melody is a basic rendition of a popular song, or a simple beep or chirp. These were included on early cell phones.
- Polyphonic - A ringtone melody capable of playing multiple notes at a time, such as a simple song. These ringtones are more common and preferred by those who don't want to pay for an MP3 ringtone.
- MP3 - Uses part of a song or sound clip. This ringtone is a popular type of ringtone since its customizable. These are only available on smartphones.
How do I convert a ringtone?
There are many converters available for different phones. Often, the manufacturer of the cell phone provides a converter to change a ringtone from one type to another. If your cell phone provider or manufacturer does not offer one, perform an Internet search for "ringtone converter." The following phrases are examples of common searches.
Does my cell phone support ringtones?
What ringtones does my cell phone support?
How long or short can my ringtone be?
How many ringtones can my phone hold?